Newport, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Newport is a small town in Indiana with a population of 283. Residents earn $46,667 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
283 Population 325/sq mi density
$46,667 Median Income $30,850 per capita
$58,800 Home Value $138,908 Zillow
$569 Median Rent 19.4% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$46,667 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$58,800 home value, $569/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,667
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $58,800
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $569
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

How Newport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population283
Median Age49.2 yrs
Density325/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans15.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,667
Per Capita$30,850
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$1,134M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$58,800
Rent$569
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,908
Rent Burden19.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation521 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+97.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Broadband88.1%
Libraries2

Is Newport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newport receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Newport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newport is $46,667, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newport is $58,800, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $569 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Newport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Newport has a population of 283 with a density of 325 people per square mile. The median age is 49.2 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 3.5% Hispanic.

Population

283
Total Population
325
People / sq mi
49.2yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53%
Female 47%

Race & Ethnicity

Newport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.2%
21% above US avg
Spanish4.8%
64% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newport is $46,667, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Newport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,667
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,850
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$59,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$1,134M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare24
Retail47
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Newport is $58,800, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $569 (51% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,908.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$58,800
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,908

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$569
51% below US avg
Rent Burden19.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate4.68%
In Newport, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death10,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities24

Crime Rates: Newport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Newport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation521 ft (159 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density325/sq mi
Coordinates39.8841°N, 87.4071°W
County FIPS18165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 88.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density325/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.1%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants28
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.8 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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